Monday, March 10, 2008

Style in the American South

Despite our sometimes regrettable past, the South lays claim to it's own unique brand of style. Courtney graciously asked my thoughts on what makes decor in this part of the world special, and has posted them with lovely illustrations here.

I just watched "Inteview with the Vampire", so Oak Alley was on my mind. I would love to visit someday.

I am honored that Style Court included me--thanks for reading!

I don't know how southerners can drink sweet tea in such mass quantitiy--or at all for that matter. It's like squirting syrup directly into your mouth. I guess I did not inherit that gene. Though I do love grits and bourbon (not together), so I don't feel like a total alien.

Oak Alley is one of my favorite places on Earth. I have to visit it every couple of years. It's so peaceful. On the register you will find Princess Margaret and hey: Molly Ringwall, Actress. Those trees were planted over 100 years before the present house was built and there is a column for every tree.(28)LOVE That Mr. & Mrs. Stewart that restored it left the signatures of all the workers and craftsmen that have ever worked on the home.